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Rotorua's rotten egg aroma is the only downside to its position on a volcanic fault line. With 13 freshwater lakes within 20 minutes, Rotorua is all about getting outside - and getting muddy. There... more » Rotorua's rotten egg aroma is the only downside to its position on a volcanic fault line. With 13 freshwater lakes within 20 minutes, Rotorua is all about getting outside - and getting muddy. There are a profusion of places to experience bubbling mud and geysers in "Rotovegas", the area at the top of Fenton Street. Once you've made the most of the mud, soar nearly 2000 feet on the Skyline Gondola for views of Lake Rotorua. Discover the lakes by paddle steamer, fishing charter or WWII amphibious vehicle. « less

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“Maybe a wee bit overrated”

BK's Rotorua Motor Lodge

3 of 5 stars
Gordon73
Edinburgh, Scotland
Nov 22, 2008
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We were looking for somewhere relatively basic in Rotorua and thought this looked ideal judging by the reviews on tripadvisor. I wouldn't say that we were disappointed exactly, just a bit...more

“Good value and location”

Union Victoria Motor Lodge

4 of 5 stars
lshirai
San Diego
Nov 21, 2008

The hotel was in a good location and great value. Rooms were nice and clean and the hotel staff was very friendly. This hotel as their own hot pools so we didn't go to the other thermal...more

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Gibson Court Motel

3 of 5 stars
mungi
Grand Bend, Canada
Nov 21, 2008

We stayed at the Gibson Court Motel in Rotorua for 1 night. The room was very spacious, with it's own kitchen and small fridge. The room was clean, but very dated. A nice thing is that it is...more

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Thermal reserve November 20, 2008, 4 replies
Day time cultural show or early hangi dinner ? November 18, 2008, 4 replies
Reputable tour providers to rotorua from auckland November 17, 2008, 1 reply
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Lake Rotoiti October 18, 2008, 3 replies
2-3 day stay October 16, 2008, 7 replies
Best Maori Hangi in Rotorua? October 19, 2008, 12 replies
Skyline Skyrides October 26, 2008, 2 replies
Getting from Rotorua to Wai-O-Tapu October 26, 2008, 1 reply
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